OVERVIEW- Incredible Rajasthan Tour takes you to the most exotic destinations of Rajasthan Start with digging the treasures of Delhi. Proceed to royal provinces of Rajasthan, India. The inexperienced Mandawa and Bikaner shall mesmerize you. The Golden City of Jaisalmer has treasures of the desert. Unravel secrets of the bygone days at Jodhpur and the exquisite Jain temples of Ranakpur. Udaipur, the 'Lake City', and Mount Abu create amorous memories. The itinerary also includes sightseeing in Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’ and Agra, the ‘City of Taj’ as well as the bird sanctuary of Bharatpur and wildlife safari in Ranthambore. Lastly, you can also explore the temples of Orchha and Khajuraho and take a holy dip in the sacred water of river Ganges in Varanasi. Rajasthan Tour is a perfect tour that includes the extravagance of Incredible Rajasthan.
DELHI- New Delhi, capital of India is a mix of the ancient and modern architecture. This 3rd largest city of India unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture, and human diversity. Divided in two parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India and exerts a beguiling charm on visitors.
MANDAWA- Mandawa is a small town in the heart of Shekhawati region. The place is known not only for its havelis but also for its Fort Palace. The structure of the palace reminds of the cultural and social importance of this region in the past. Of the havelis, the most important are the Chokhani, Ladia, Binsidhar Newatia, and Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli.Â
BIKANER- Located in the north western part of the state, Bikaner has a rich historical tradition and thousands of tourists from all over the year come here to get a feel of the rich tradition and culture. Bikaner attracts thousands of travelers for its rich historical tradition and culture. The city consists of beautiful forts, castles, religious shrines and other historical monuments.
JAISALMER- Popularly known as the “Desert City of Rajasthanâ€, and is a paradise of the desert kingdom. It sets a image of deserted land with camel swiftly moving on the golden sands. The city is almost enticing and for domestic travelers as it is to foreign tourists. Standing in pride with its colossal forts, palaces and havelis, Jaisalmer showcases the artistic sense of the Rajput kings.
JODHPUR- Popularly called the “Blue City of Rajasthanâ€; Jodhpur is second largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur. It is an island of marble palaces from the desert by an immense wall, with eight gates facing different directions. Jodhpur is famous for its magnificent fort and palaces. The city is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert with Jaisalmer on its west, Bikaner on its north side.
RANAKPUR- It is one of the five main holy places of the Jains. Its 500 years old temples are unique in their style & design, with no other place in Rajasthan having the same ambience and setting as that of Ranakpur.
MOUNT ABU- A lush green summer resort and the only hill station in Rajasthan. Mount Abu has a somewhat steep incline, with ravines cut into its sides, filled with trees, bushes and beautiful birds. It is a detached hill, and on the plateau on the summit is granite rocks of fantastic shapes, the space between them covered with greenery.
UDAIPUR- One of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan, located on the banks of Lake Pichola, also known as a 'Jewel of Mewar'. The most romantic city of India can take the tourist into paroxysm of heaven. The center of attraction vibrates around the shimmering blue waters and the royal white marble palaces constructed with unique artistic insight.
KOTA- Kota is a famous for its industries as well as natural beauty. It is situated on the bank of the river Chanbal in the southeast Rajasthan. The history of Kota is linked with the history of Bundi.
RANTHAMBORE- It is located in the foothills of Aravali Ranges near the small town of Sawai-Madhopur. It is one of the India's foremost illustrations of Project Tiger. A fine example of Project Tiger, Ranthambore was declared a National Park in 1980.
PUSHKAR- Located 11km from Ajmer, according to Hindu mythology the town is the creation of Lord Brahma - the Creator of the Universe. A temple dedicated to Brahma has been built here.
Pushkar also hosts one of the most colorful cattle fairs in the country. A very important pilgrimage spot for Hindus, Pushkar is famous for its lake.
JAIPUR- Jaipur is remarkable for its marvelous architecture and town planning as it is for the lively spirit of the people who inhabit it. The city presents a unique synthesis of culture that has to be experienced in order to be appreciated. The old Jaipur painted in Pink, the lively spirit of fanfare, festivity and celebration of the people adequately match the colorful and intricately carved monuments.Â
BHARATPUR- This Bird Sanctuary is located in the northwestern state of Rajasthan India. Also known as 'Keoladeo Ghana National Park', Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is famous as 'Ornithologist's Paradise' .One of the finest bird parks in the world, is a reserve that offers protection to faunal species as well.Â
AGRA- The Land of culture and heritage. Agra is the city of the inimitable Taj Mahal. Agra is famous for its marble inlay work, leather goods, brasswares, finely worked precious and semi-precious stone jewellery and ornate zari embroidery.
FATEHPUR SIKRI- Once the capital of the Mughal emperor Akbar, a deserted, red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. It is built in red sandstone, and is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural elements.Â
ORCHHA- The meaning of the place, Orchha is ‘a hidden place’ and it perfectly justifies this small village hidden by the forests. Its grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time a rich legacy to the ages. It is a major tourist attraction of Madhya Pradesh because of the number of beautifully built palaces, temples and cenotaphs built in the 16th and 17th centuries reflecting the rich Bundela art and architecture.
KHAJURAHO- It is a city well known for its temples and sculptures. The exuberance of Indian spirit represents a paean to life, love, to joy-perfect in execution and sublime in expression. The Khajuraho temples are internationally famous for the erotic sculptures that adorn the walls.Â
VARANASI- It is one of the oldest living cities in the world. It probably derives from the two rivers that flank the city, the Varuna to the north and the Asi to the south. Many still use the anglicized forms of Banaras or Benares, while pilgrims refer to Kashi. The city of Banaras is situated on the west bank of the holiest of all Indian rivers, the Ganga or Ganges. The relationship between the sacred river and the city is the essence of Varanasi - 'the land of sacred light'.
Tour Destination: Delhi-Mandawa-Bikaner-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Ranakpur-Mount Abu-Udaipur-Kota--Ranthambore-Pushkar- Jaipur -Bharatpur-Agra-Orchha-Khajuraho-Varanasi
Travel Duration: 22 nights/23 days
DAY 1: DELHI:- Arrive in Delhi and later transfer to the hotel. After freshen up, enjoy full day city tour of Old Delhi & New Delhi visiting
JAMA MASJID- This is the largest mosque in India, located opposite to the Red Fort, it was again the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan behind this architectural masterpiece.
RAJ GHAT- Built on the banks of the legendary Yamuna, which flows past New Delhi, Raj Ghat-the last resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation.
PRESIDENT’S HOUSE- New Delhi, centers around the Rashtrapati Bhawan. It is architecturally a very impressive building standing at a height, flowing down as it were to India Gate. HUMAYUN’S TOMB- The emperor’s grieving widow, Haji Begum, built Humayun’s Tomb the first mature example of Mughal architecture in India, in 1565 AD.
LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE- Also called the Birla Mandir it was built in 1938; the temple is an ideal introduction to some of the gods of the India pantheon.Â
LOTUS TEMPLE- The Bahai’s Temple, is shaped like a lotus. It is an eye-catching edifice worth exploring. Built by the Bahai’s community, it offers the visitor a serenity that pervades the temple and its artistic design.Â
QUTAB MINAR- It is among the tallest and famous towers in the world. Qutab Minar is famed as the highest brick minaret of the world, located amidst the lush greens of South Delhi.Â
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2: DELHI - MANDAWA:- Next morning drive towards a small town in the heart of Shekhawati Region- Mandawa. Transfer to hotel. In the evening visitÂ
FORT PALACE- The structure of the palace reminds of the cultural and social importance of this region in the past.Â
Overnight at hotel.Â
DAY 3: MANDAWA - BIKANER:- Next morning drive to the imposing walled city of Bikaner; transfer to hotel and after lunch visit Bikaner.
LALGARH PALACE- The spectacular Palace is an outstanding architectural marvel that enchants you with a magical fusion Rajputana, European and Mughal building styles. Stone crafted pillars, Italian colonnades, spacious lounges, regal halls and profusely carved fire places at the imposing Lalgarh Palace in Bikaner transport you back in time to an incomparably lavish royal era.Â
GAJNER PALACE- This red sandstone Palace lies ensconced in the midst of wooded grounds and is a delightful palatial home that has been converted into a heritage hotel. Delicately carved columns, sculpted pillars and Jharokha windows add to the quiet class of this heritage palace in Bikaner, Rajasthan. Set on the banks of a serene lake the Gajner Palace is a glittering jewel on the Bikaner crown.Â
SHIV BARI TEMPLE- Constructed by Maharaja Doongar Singhji, the Shiv Bari Temple India is a virtual museum of miniature paintings that are delicate yet colorful representations of ethnic Bikaner traditions and patterns.
CAMEL BREEDING FARM- Popularly referred to as the Government Camel Breeding Farm, the National Research Center on Camel breeds the best camels in Bikaner and conducts research work related to "the ship of the desert."
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4: BIKANER - JAISALMER:- Today continue your drive to the desert town of Jaisalmer. Transfer to hotel and in the evening visitÂ
SAM SAND DUNES- Sam Sand dunes are the major attractions of Jaislamer. It is 3 kms long and 1 km wide and is half a kilometer high. The Sam sand dunes are unreliable and they are picturesque. Sam Sand dunes are just the place to surf the golden sands of Rajasthan through a safari.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 5: JAISALMER:- Take on a full day city tour of Jaisalmer.
HAVELIES- Evoking a vision of chivalry and valor, wealthy merchants built these havelies. Famous for their intricately- carved facades, the workmanship of Jaisalmer's Havelies present a beautiful amalgam of Rajput architecture and Islamic art. Some of the famous havelies of Jaisalmer are Salim-Singh-ki-Haveli, Patwon-ki-Haveli, and Nathmal-ki-Haveli.
GADISSAR LAKE- The origin of this artificial water tank dates back to 1156 AD. Surrounded by small temples and shrines, it also gives a view of the exquisite archway, Teelon ki Pol - one of the main entrances to the lake and the city.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 6: JAISALMER - JODHPUR:- Next morning drive to the Blue City of Rajasthan- Jodhpur. Transfer to hotel and after lunch visit Jodhpur.
JASWANT THADA- It lies quite close to the Mehrangarh Fort complex. It was built in 1899 AD in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II and houses the cenotaphs of a number of Rajput royals. The main cenotaph has rare portraits of many Rajput rulers on display.Â
ARCHITECTURAL SPLENDOR OF JODHPUR- Given the rough terrain it is not surprising that the architecture of the city was influenced by it. Desert architecture is noted for two distinct traits, the need to guard against the heat and to fortify itself against invasions. Fortifications tend to merge with the color of the land, providing it with a natural camouflage.
THE MEHRANGARH FORT- Fort at Jodhpur is such that the fort walls and the sheer basalt escarpment are not distinguishable, one from the other. Huge gates at the entrance are fitted with iron nails to prevent elephants from bringing them down. The palaces and the mansions within the complex are more delicately designed. The chief palaces you can see in the fort are the Phool Mahal, the Moti Mahal, the Jhanki Mahal, the Sheesh Mahal and the Sadar Vilas.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 7: JODHPUR –RANAKPUR – MOUNT ABU:- Next morning drive towards Mount Abu. Enroute visit Ranakpur.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 8: MOUNT ABU- UDAIPUR:- Take on a full day city tour of Mount Abu
NAKKI LAKE- Nakki Lake is virtually located in the heart of Mount Abu and is a big attraction with tourists. The lake takes its name from the legend that it was scooped out by a god, using only his nails, or nakh.
GURU SHIKHAR PEAK- The peak is the highest point over there and on top of it is Dattatreya, a shrine and a temple. Continue your drive to Udaipur. Transfers to hotel, in the evening enjoy the boat ride on the picturesque Lake Pichola.Â
Overnight at hotel.Â
DAY 9: UDAIPUR:- Take on a full day city tour of The City of Lakes- Udaipur.
Maharaja Jagat Singh II built Lake Palace- the palace. It is situated on Lake Pichola, and it appears to be floating on the lake.
CITY PALACE- The largest palace of Rajasthan, it represents the architectural and artistic evolution of Mewar over the centuries. The palace is divided into various sections, each with its own distinctiveÂ
style.
SAHELIYON KI BARI- This garden was the picnic spot for the 48 royal ladies who were offered to the prince as dowry. The gardens here have lush green lawns & beautiful fountains in the shape of birds - presenting a wonderful sight!
JAGDISH TEMPLE- One of the largest and popular Vishnu Temples of Northern India, this temple has exquisite carvings and four other smaller shrines dedicated to other deities.
AHAR- An ancient capital of Mewar, Ahar is the favorite haunt of archaeologists and research scholars. It houses various famous monuments and temples like the Royal Cenotaphs, Adinath Temple, and Mahavira Temple.
Overnight in hotel.
DAY 10: UDAIPUR – KOTA:- Next morning drive towards Land of Chambal- Kota. Further drive to Kota, evening free for leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 11: KOTA – BUNDI - RANTHAMBORE:- Take on a full day city tour of Kota
JAGMANDIR PALACE- The palace was built by one of the queens of Kota between 1743 and 1745, and is situated in the middle of the Kishore Sagar Lake. Built in red sandstone, it is a monument of exquisite beauty.
CHAMBAL GARDEN- Located on the bank of river Chambal, this place is one of the most beautiful picnic spots in the city of Kota. At Chambal Garden, visitors can enjoy peace in the lap of exquisite greenery. The major attraction here is the wonderful boat ride that you can take on the Chambal River. Further continue your journey to Ranthambore. Transfer to hotel, and time to relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12: RANTHAMBORE:- After breakfast visit
For the wildlife savvy, Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary has an intense diversity of flora and fauna with 300 trees, 50 aquatic plants, 272 birds, 12 reptiles and 30 mammals to count a few.
Best time to visit- the ideal time to visit the sanctuary is during the months of October-March and April –June.
RANTHAMBORE FORT & JOGI MAHAL- The park got its name from the Ranthambore Fort, which sits on a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Park. The fort, which dates back to the 10th century and is probably the oldest existing fort in Rajasthan, was a vital citadel for control of Central India and particularly the Malwa plateau.
The entry point to the Ranthambore National Park goes straight to the foot of the fort and the forest rest house, Jogi Mahal. Also it has the second-largest Banyan tree in India.Â
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 13: RANTHAMBORE – PUSHKAR:- Drive to the holy city of Pushkar.Â
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 14: PUSHKAR - JAIPUR:- Today, drive towards Jaipur- the pristine jewel in the desert sands of Rajasthan. Transfer to hotel and evening time to relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 15: JAIPUR:- After breakfast visit the Pink City viewing
CITY PALACE- In the heart of the old city is former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles. The palace also has an art gallery with an excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin and Sanskrit, acquired by Sawai Jai Singh II to study astronomy in detail.
JANTAR MANTAR- A stone observatory, largest of Jai Singh’s five remarkable observatories. The observatory was built to study the movement of stars. The observatory is built in stone and marble.Â
AMER PALACE- A beautiful complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens and temples built by Raja Man Singh. Tourists often ride on the elephant back to the Singh pool and the Jaleb Chowk.Â
Other tourist attractions are Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Govind Deoji Mandir, Rambagh Palace, Kanak Valley and Laxmi Narayan Temple.Â
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 16: JAIPUR - BHARATPUR:- After breakfast, continue your drive to Bharatpur. Transfer to hotel and time to relax.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 17: BHARATPUR - FATHEPUR SIKRI - AGRA:- After breakfast visit
The best way to visit the forest is on foot or cycle. Also rickshaws and boats are on hire for bird watching. A boat trip early morning or in late evening here is worth watching. Later visit Bharatpur Government Museum, Bharatpur Palace and Deeg Palace.
Drive towards The Land of culture and heritage – Agra enroute visiting Fathepur Sikri
FATHEPUR SIKRI- Once the capital of the Mughal emperor Akbar, a deserted, red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. Continue further to Agra, transfer to hotel. Evening free for leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 18: AGRA:- After breakfast visit the Agra viewing
AGRA FORT- Built in red sandstone, this huge fortress on the bank of the Yamuna. The fort house has many beautiful palaces and mansions, which include Jahangiri Mahal, Khass Mahal, Diwan-i-Khass and Diwan-i-Aam.
ITMAD-UD-DAULA TOMB- Also known as Baby Taj, this tomb is a daughter's tribute to her father. Built in 1628 by Nurjahan in memory of her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg.
SIKANDRA FORT- It is 4 kms from Agra where Akbar built his mausoleum.Â
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 19: AGRA - ORCHHA:- After breakfast drive to old and beautiful town- Orchha. Transfer to hotel and after lunch visit Orchha.
CHHATRIS- The cluster of the Chhatris along the KanchanaGhat of the Betwa River is one of the imposing and attractive features in Orchha. These Chhatris are the memorials of the rulers of Orchha.
ORCHHA FORT- The Fort Complex is the main attraction of Orchha, it is located on an island on the Betwa River.Â
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 20: ORCHHA - KHAJURAHO:- Drive to Khajuraho, a unique thousand-year-old heritage temple complex in Madhya Pradesh.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 21: KHAJURAHO:- After breakfast, visit Khajuraho viewing
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 22: KHAJURAHO - VARANASI:- After breakfast drive to the city of Varanasi situated on the west bank of the holiest of all Indian rivers, the Ganga or Ganges. Transfer to hotel. Evening free for leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 23: VARANASI:- After breakfast visit,Â
Some of the important temples are Durga Temple, Vishwanath Temple, SankatMochan Temple, TlsiManas Temple and The Bharat Mata Temple. Other attractions of Varanasi are the Benaras Hindu Universality, the Archeological Museuwm and Buddhist Stupas.
Evening view “Aarti†ceremony on the Ghats.
Later in the evening, travel back by car/flight/train towards onward destination.
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Udaipur at a Glance
Kota at a Glance
Ranthambore at a Glance
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Pushkar at a Glance
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